Opus Advisory Group has strengthened its Corporate Finance offering with the appointment of Hassan Ahsan as Director, reinforcing the firm’s continued investment in its national advisory capabilities. Based in the North West, Hassan brings a decade of experience advising owner-managed businesses, SMEs, private equity and strategic acquirers on business disposals, acquisitions, growth capital transactions.
During his career, Hassan has advised on 40+ transactions across a broad range of sectors, with deal values of up to £100 million and has particular expertise across Business Services, Environmental Consultancy, TICC and Healthcare and TMT.
At Opus, Hassan will focus on growing the firm’s presence across the North West while supporting its wider national ambitions and working closely with colleagues across the firm’s broader advisory platform
Hassan Ahsan, Director at Opus Advisory Group, said, “I’m delighted to be joining Opus at such an exciting stage in the firm’s growth. There is real momentum across the business, with investment in people, new service lines and a clear ambition to build on the strength of its advisory offering.”
He continued, “What particularly attracted me to Opus was the opportunity to join a collaborative firm where I can support and grow the Corporate Finance practice while working alongside experts across a broad range of complementary disciplines. I’m looking forward to supporting owner-managed businesses, management teams, investors and private equity-backed businesses through every stage of the deal process, while helping to further strengthen Opus’ M&A offering nationally.”
The appointment comes as Opus continues to expand its national footprint and invest in specialist expertise across its advisory divisions, supporting businesses through every stage of their lifecycle.
Trevor Binyon, Managing Partner at Opus Advisory Group, said, “Hassan’s appointment is another important step in strengthening our Corporate Finance capabilities as we continue to grow our national advisory offering. He brings an impressive track record of delivering successful transactions, together with a strong commercial understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing today’s market. His ambition to build a proactive, relationship-led Corporate Finance practice aligns perfectly with our vision for the future, and we’re delighted to welcome him to the firm.”
Hassan will work closely with colleagues across the business to support clients on acquisitions, exit planning and strategic growth opportunities, while helping to raise the profile of Opus’ Corporate Finance offering across the UK.